Lucky Charms Sugar Cookies
A delightful treat that blends the sweetness of traditional sugar cookies with the unique charm of Lucky Charms cereal, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the cookie dough
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature Ensure the butter is at room temperature for easy creaming.
- 1 cup sugar Used for sweetness and structure.
- 1 medium egg Binds ingredients together and adds moisture.
- 1 large egg yolk Adds richness and moisture.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Flavor enhancer.
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled Provides structure.
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda Leavening agent for lightness.
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt Enhances flavor.
- 1/2 cup Lucky Charms marshmallows Adds texture and sweetness, plus extra for pressing on top.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and egg yolk along with the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and sea salt; mix well.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the Lucky Charms marshmallows carefully to avoid smashing them.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, portion the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between the cookies.
- Press extra Lucky Charms marshmallows on top of each dough ball.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For thicker cookies, chill the dough for 30 minutes. Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh. They can last for about 3-5 days at room temperature.